10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline B.
12 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our peaceful relaxing stay
Jacqueline B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Explore the area
Kelleth, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 3UG
- Yorkshire Dales National Park4 min drive
- Lowther Castle and Gardens25 min drive
- Ullswater31 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views
Are you longing for a break somewhere different and peaceful, somewhere situated in gorgeous countryside? The Gatehouse at Kelleth Old Hall could be your answer - a luxurious and highly original getaway for two - with lots of space, a grand piano, books, books, more books and all kinds of architectural features you are unlikely to find anywhere else. And once you have taken in the comfort, space and character of the Gatehouse, you can step outside the door and find yourself in the middle of the Howgills, at the foot of the appropriately-named Eden Valley. The landscape is green and bronze, alive with wild flowers, and you can cycle or walk for miles without seeing a soul.
Property manager
Charlotte Fairbairn
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Penrith
Located in Penrith, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. and Lesley Rowe are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kennedys Fine Chocolates and Eden Valley Railway. Brigflatts Meeting House and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Penrith, Cumbria
What's nearby
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Lowther Castle and Gardens - 25 min drive - 29.6 km
- Ullswater - 31 min drive - 42.2 km
- Lake Windermere - 33 min drive - 37.0 km
- Whinfell Forest - 37 min drive - 36.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The George Hotel - 7 min drive
- The Black Swan - 9 min drive
- Scar Side Farm - 5 min drive
- The Three Greyhounds Inn - 17 min drive
- Salotto Italiano - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window8.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
25 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Eden valley setting
Jo B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caroline N.
21 Dec 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
Caroline N.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laura W.
1 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and comfortable place to stay
Laura W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracie M.
12 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking break
Tracie M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrea C.
21 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location peaceful
Andrea C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
David C.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful
David C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lieuwe Z.
4 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelleth Old Hall - een poortgebouw met karakter
Lieuwe Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin S.
4 Oct 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Gatehouse
Martin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The gatehouse
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anthony S.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interesting quirky barn conversion in beautiful surroundings.
Anthony S.
10/10 Excellent
Nick P.
30 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning cottage
Nick P.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020
About the host
Hosted by Charlotte Fairbairn
Writer, mother, former dressage rider, interested in politics, the arts, journalism, books, people, music, antiques, ideas. Co-founder of the Lake District Book Festival, coming to Cartmel Racecourse in 2026.
Why they chose this property
I am pretty sure you will not find anything like The Gatehouse very easily. It is 100% idiosyncratic. When I came to do it up, I wanted to get away from the formulaic pattern of decor followed by holiday lets up and down the country. I think that if you are going on holiday, you want to find something different from what you have at home. You want to be refreshed and amused and inspired. Amusement at the Gatehouse may come from some of the design quirks inside. Inspiration and refreshment will come from the views and the landscape around.
The Gatehouse sits facing south over the Howgills. If you know the M6, you will recognise these wonderful doughy hills that Wainwright described as 'sleeping elephants' which mark a watershed between south and north Cumbria. Here we are, among the elephants, in a location both remote and accessible. In rain or shine, our views are always stunning.
The Gatehouse sits facing south over the Howgills. If you know the M6, you will recognise these wonderful doughy hills that Wainwright described as 'sleeping elephants' which mark a watershed between south and north Cumbria. Here we are, among the elephants, in a location both remote and accessible. In rain or shine, our views are always stunning.
What makes this property unique
The Gatehouse is designed principally for two - which means huge amounts of space and a real feeling of romance. The house is two-storey, the main living area largely open to the roof with a first-floor gallery at one end and a bathroom at the other. There are hundreds of books, a grand piano, a reclaimed Georgian staircase, a wall covered in corrugated tin, a woodburning stove decorated with winter moose scenes, some contemporary paintings, fully-equipped kitchen. The feel is New York loft meets London studio - all in the heart of some of the country's most dramatic and unspoilt scenery.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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